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Olympic Channel is a multi-platform, global media destination where fans can discover, engage and share in the power of sport and the excitement of the Olympic Games all year round. Offering original programming, new, live sports events and highlights, the Olympic Channel provides additional exposure for sports and athletes 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Sport Guide: Race Walk & Marathon Explained Screenshot
Sport Guide: Race Walk & Marathon Examined
January 11, 2021
The marathon made its debut at the first Olympics and has been the ultimate running endurance event ever since.
Sport Guide: Javelin Explained Screenshot
Sport Guide: Javelin Explained
January 11, 2021
Throwing a metal-tipped spear overarm as far as it can go without surpassing the throwing arc takes skill, speed and strength.
Sport Guide: Throwing Discus Screenshot
Sport Guide: Throwing Discus
January 11, 2021
Strength and technique may launch and guide a metal discus, but wind can change its course.
Sport Guide: Understanding Sprints Screenshot
Sport Guide: Sprints Explained
January 11, 2021
Reaction times are just one of the many components that can make a difference when the fastest runners on the planet race for global glory.
Sport Guide: Rules of Archery Screenshot
Sport Guide: Rules of Archery
January 11, 2021
Many archers inhale when they draw the arrow and hold their breath until the shot is fired, but conditions can really influence results.
Sport Guide: Rules of Water Polo Screenshot
Sport Guide: Rules of Water Polo
January 11, 2021
In this fierce contact aquatic sport, teams try to outscore their opponent without touching the bottom of the pool.
Sport Guide: Understanding Marathon Swimming
Sport Guide: Understanding Marathon Swimming
January 11, 2021
Swimmers leave the safety of the pool to race over 10 kilometres in fiercely competitive open water where positioning becomes vital.
Sport Guide Inside Synchonized Swimming Screenshot
Sport Guide: Inside Synchronised Swimming
January 11, 2021
Formerly called water ballet, synchronised swimming requires artistic expression, strength, flexibility and incredible lung capacity.
swimming explained screenshot
Sport Guide: Swimming Explained
January 6, 2021
Fractions of seconds can determine a winner in this Olympic favourite, with individual and relay races covering all four strokes.
sport guide diving explained screenshot
Sport Guide: Diving Explained
January 6, 2021
Aquatic acrobats compete in four Olympic events on both springboard and platform, testing consistency, technique and physical strength.
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